- Tektronix has announced the 1 Series DPO of digital oscilloscopes, designed for educational applications, electronic development, and testing and troubleshooting tasks.
- These instruments feature two to four analog channels, 12-bit vertical resolution, and a bandwidth of up to 200 MHz.
1 Series DPO oscilloscopes digitize signals at a maximum sampling rate of 1.25 GS/s and offer a memory depth of 10 Mpts per channel. They also include built-in analysis functions, such as decoding for I2C, SPI, and UART serial protocols, FFT analysis, limit/mask testing, and automated measurements.
Selected models also include a 25 MHz arbitrary function generator and a frequency response analysis (Bode plot) function. These tools allow users to generate excitation signals and characterize circuit responses without the need for external equipment.
The instrument is equipped with a 7-inch multi-touch display and utilizes the TekScope interface, which is consistent across the brand’s other oscilloscope models. For educational settings, instructors can disable automatic settings and measurements to encourage students to learn the fundamental principles of instrumentation. Additionally, the e*Scope feature enables remote viewing of student work.
Weighing 2.2 kg and measuring 10.2 cm in depth, the 1 Series DPO oscilloscopes are well-suited for workspaces with limited room. They can be mounted using a VESA mount or integrated into a rack via an optional kit. Ethernet and USB connectivity allow for remote control and integration into automated test systems. Tektronix also provides the capability to operate the instrument using Python scripts, enabling its integration into existing test sequences and software environments.
An AI-powered control interface
Alongside this launch, Tektronix is introducing “Tek Intelligence”—a connector designed to link an artificial intelligence agent with the company’s technical knowledge, tools, and measurement instruments. With the 1 Series DPO oscilloscopes, users can describe the desired operation in natural language. The AI agent then translates this request into validated commands to configure and control the oscilloscope, or generates automation scripts.
This connector is currently available via early access. Through it, Tektronix aims to simplify interaction with its instruments, whether in educational settings or for engineering measurement and testing tasks.
The 1 Series DPO oscilloscopes are available now, with pricing starting at under $500 (approximately €451).
